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Air Force Link News RSS Feeden-usWed, 19 Dec 2018 09:41:48 GMTWed, 19 Dec 2018 09:41:48 GMTChief Wright to Airmen: Know your retirement optionshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1704367/chief-wright-to-airmen-know-your-retirement-options/
The opt-in deadline for the Blended Retirement System is December 31, 2018.
Make your decision knowing only you can determine which system is best for you, and understand that if you opt into BRS, it is irrevocable. You only have one chance to make this choice, so it’s imperative you and those involved in making financial decisions for your family fully understand the pros and cons of both retirement systems. <br/>
Tue, 04 Dec 2018 14:00:00 GMTChief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wrighthttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1704367/chief-wright-to-airmen-know-your-retirement-options/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFCommentariesTop StoriesAround the Air Force: Chapman Memorial / CSAF & CMSAF Tyndall AFB visithttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1678685/around-the-air-force-chapman-memorial-csaf-cmsaf-tyndall-afb-visit/
On this look Around the Air Force, Medal of Honor recipient Master Sgt. John Chapman is remembered and chief of staff of the Air Force and chief master sgt. of the Air Force revisit Tyndall Air Force Base. Hosted by Airman 1st Class Angelo Rosario.<br/>
Wed, 31 Oct 2018 20:00:00 GMTAirman 1st Class Angelo Rosariohttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1678685/around-the-air-force-chapman-memorial-csaf-cmsaf-tyndall-afb-visit/Mission/TrainingChief Master Sgt. of the AFChief of Staff ArchiveMedalsTop StoriesCMSAF shares purpose, pride with Creech AFB Airmenhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1671264/cmsaf-shares-purpose-pride-with-creech-afb-airmen/
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Creech Air Force Base for an in-depth look at the Remotely Piloted Aircraft enterprise and the Airmen who ensure the nation’s security.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Oct/22/2002054054/82/55/0/181020-F-WW236-591.JPG' alt='Some of the topics that were discussed during Wright’s visit were upcoming base changes, mission readiness and the importance of national security.' /> <br />
Wed, 24 Oct 2018 16:44:00 GMTSenior Airman James Thompsonhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1671264/cmsaf-shares-purpose-pride-with-creech-afb-airmen/Mission/TrainingChief Master Sgt. of the AFChief Master Sergeants of the Air Force meet to discuss future, force https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1623955/chief-master-sergeants-of-the-air-force-meet-to-discuss-future-force/
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright, joined by six of the previous Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force, participated in the 2018 Senior Enlisted Statesman Forum Sept. 6 on Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska.
The forum, the first of its kind since Wright’s tenure began, was an opportunity to discuss the future of the Air Force focusing on policy, training and resilience.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Sep/07/2001962932/82/55/0/180906-F-OQ776-1041.JPG' alt='Senior Enlisted Statesman Forum' /> <br />
Fri, 07 Sep 2018 17:32:00 GMTTech. Sgt. Rachelle Blakehttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1623955/chief-master-sergeants-of-the-air-force-meet-to-discuss-future-force/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesAF leadership provides update on the Air Force Publication Reduction Initiative https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1615869/af-leadership-provides-update-on-the-air-force-publication-reduction-initiative/
A year ago, Air Force leadership directed a 24-month review of every Air Force directive publication, and today they announced the elimination of more than 226 publications and almost 4,795 compliance items. <br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Aug/29/2001960032/82/55/0/180829-F-PQ948-0001.JPG' alt='USAF Publication Reduction Initiative' /> <br />
Wed, 29 Aug 2018 17:52:31 GMTDoD Newshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1615869/af-leadership-provides-update-on-the-air-force-publication-reduction-initiative/Secretary of the AFAF Chief of StaffChief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesJBLE exemplifies CMSAF initiatives https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1566355/jble-exemplifies-cmsaf-initiatives/
The Airmen at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, are at the forefront of implementing Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright’s three initiatives – resiliency, leadership and training.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Jul/02/2001938365/82/55/0/180629-F-ML658-1141.JPG' alt='Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright complements the Airmen of the 633rd Security Forces Squadron for their performance during his visit to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, June 29, 2018. Wright toured JBLE for two days seeing the day-to-day operations of the different wings and units here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anthony Nin-Leclerec)' /> <br />
Tue, 03 Jul 2018 13:39:00 GMTSenior Airman Tristan Biesehttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1566355/jble-exemplifies-cmsaf-initiatives/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFLethality and Readiness (AFWN)Col. George Day advanced to the rank of brigadier general https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1547139/col-george-day-advanced-to-the-rank-of-brigadier-general/
Medal of Honor recipient Col. George “Bud” Day was posthumously advanced to the rank of brigadier general during a Heritage to Horizons summer concert series at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, June 8, 2018.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Jun/11/2001929833/82/55/0/180608-F-AZ553-0609.JPG' alt='Members of the Air Force Band perform during the 2018 Heritage to Horizons summer concert in Arlington, Va., June 8, 2018. (U.S. Air Force photo by Wayne A. Clark)' /> <br />
Mon, 11 Jun 2018 18:15:00 GMTDoD Newshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1547139/col-george-day-advanced-to-the-rank-of-brigadier-general/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFHeritageTop StoriesAir Force transitions to a single combat uniformhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1520066/air-force-transitions-to-a-single-combat-uniform/
Air Force leaders announced the service will move to a single combat utility uniform, adopting the Operational Camouflage Pattern, or OCP, already in use by the Army and Airmen in combat zones and in certain jobs across the Air Force.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Jul/12/2001941700/82/55/0/180711-F-QP239-001.JPG' alt='AF Transitions To A Single Combat Uniform' /> <br />
Mon, 14 May 2018 14:58:00 GMTDoD Newshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1520066/air-force-transitions-to-a-single-combat-uniform/Mission/TrainingSecretary of the AFChief Master Sgt. of the AFChief of Staff ArchiveAF EventsDOD Senior LeadersTop StoriesCMSAF Wright gives all call at Peterson AFBhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1462804/cmsaf-wright-gives-all-call-at-peterson-afb/
Airmen arrived early to fill the base auditorium seats at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, for an all call with Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright, March 6, 2018. <br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Mar/07/2001887391/82/55/0/180306-F-SO188-1267.JPG' alt='Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright walks down the aisle of the base auditorium during an all call at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., March 6, 2018. Wright spoke on matters concerning Airmen such as uniforms, professional military education and physical fitness standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dennis Hoffman)' /> <br />
Fri, 09 Mar 2018 21:44:51 GMTAudrey Jensenhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1462804/cmsaf-wright-gives-all-call-at-peterson-afb/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFCMSAF focuses on resiliency in 2018https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1415123/cmsaf-focuses-on-resiliency-in-2018/
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright said he feels the Air Force is headed in the right direction concerning education and enlisted-force structure, but Airman resilience is an area that needs more attention.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2018/Jan/11/2001864789/82/55/0/180110-F-EX201-1037.JPG' alt='Maxwell' /> <br />
Fri, 12 Jan 2018 20:20:00 GMTTech. Sgt. Patrick Brownhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1415123/cmsaf-focuses-on-resiliency-in-2018/Mission/TrainingChief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesHappy Holidays from Air Force senior leaders and spouseshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1400736/happy-holidays-from-air-force-senior-leaders-and-spouses/
Secretary of the Air Force Heather A. Wilson and her husband, along with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright and their spouses, wish all Airmen and families season’s greetings.<br/>
Wed, 20 Dec 2017 12:30:00 GMTDoD Newshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1400736/happy-holidays-from-air-force-senior-leaders-and-spouses/Secretary of the AFChief Master Sgt. of the AFChief of Staff ArchiveCommand InformationTop StoriesChief Wright to Airmen: Know your retirement optionshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1387709/chief-wright-to-airmen-know-your-retirement-options/
If I had to pick just one thing I’m most passionate about as the Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force, without a doubt it would be taking care of our Airmen and their families professionally, physically, spiritually and financially. I’m a firm believer that these four things go hand in hand. In order to be the best, most resilient Airman possible, you have to balance your professional, physical, spiritual and financial wellness. This is why I’m always looking to arm our Airmen with knowledge to help them grow and make the best decisions possible in their lives. <br/>
Mon, 04 Dec 2017 22:16:00 GMTChief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wrighthttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1387709/chief-wright-to-airmen-know-your-retirement-options/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesWright eyes indefinite enlistment, awards program changes for enlisted forcehttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1357391/wright-eyes-indefinite-enlistment-awards-program-changes-for-enlisted-force/
The Air Force’s top enlisted Airman provided updates on the status of issues affecting the enlisted force Oct. 27, 2017, at the 2017 Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium in Orlando, Florida. <br/>
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:06:00 GMTDoD Newshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1357391/wright-eyes-indefinite-enlistment-awards-program-changes-for-enlisted-force/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesWright celebrates MTL legacy, tours Keeslerhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1357196/wright-celebrates-mtl-legacy-tours-keesler/
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, to celebrate a ribbon cutting for the new Military Training Leader Course schoolhouse and to tour the base Oct. 23 - 25.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Oct/26/2001833506/82/55/0/171023-F-BD983-199.JPG' alt='CMSAF Kaleth O. Wright Tours Keesler AFB' /> <br />
Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:08:00 GMTSenior Airman Holly Mansfieldhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1357196/wright-celebrates-mtl-legacy-tours-keesler/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFCSAF, CMSAF visit Offutt AFBhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1349644/csaf-cmsaf-visit-offutt-afb/
Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David L. Goldfein and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Offutt Air Force Base, Oct. 18, 2017.
Goldfein and Wright received a tour of the base, and learned more about the mission accomplished by the 55th Wing, U.S. Strategic Command and other partner units at Offutt AFB.
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<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Oct/20/2001830362/82/55/0/171018-F-AJ823-030.JPG' alt='Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. David L. Goldfein, sixth from the left in the front row, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright, fifth from the right in the front row, pose for a photo in front of a Boeing E-6B Mercury Navy aircraft with the 625th Strategic Operations Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, Oct. 18, 2017. Goldfein and Wright spent much of the day touring the facilities and gaining insight into the base&#39;s
current mission sets.' /> <br />
Fri, 20 Oct 2017 19:49:00 GMTStaff Sgt. Rachel Hammeshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1349644/csaf-cmsaf-visit-offutt-afb/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFChief of Staff ArchiveTop StoriesCMSAF Wright gets 'up close and personal' view of OSIhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1280139/cmsaf-wright-gets-up-close-and-personal-view-of-osi/
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright received an indoctrination to the Air Force Office of Special Investigations during a guided tour of its headquarters Aug. 14, 2017.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Aug/16/2001793295/82/55/0/170814-F-IN811-0003.JPG' alt='CMSAF Wright at OSI All Call' /> <br />
Wed, 16 Aug 2017 15:45:00 GMTWayne Amannhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1280139/cmsaf-wright-gets-up-close-and-personal-view-of-osi/Mission/TrainingChief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesAir Force Sergeants Association encourages, informs Airmenhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1265279/air-force-sergeants-association-encourages-informs-airmen/
Servant leadership was the overarching theme at the 2017 Air Force Sergeants Association International Convention Professional Airmen’s Conference held July 22-27 in Reno, Nevada.
Several guests of honor attended the annual event, including Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson, former Secretary of the Air Force Deborah James, Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright and (Retired) Army Command Sergeant Major Patrick Alston.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Jul/31/2001785445/82/55/0/170724-F-OT558-0003.JPG' alt='Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright speaks to Airmen at a professional development forum July 24 during the Air Force Sergeants Association International Convention held in Reno, Nevada. The Professional Airman&#39;s Conference provided the opportunity for Airmen to learn from past and present enlisted leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Amber Carter)' /> <br />
Wed, 02 Aug 2017 18:28:00 GMTSenior Airman Amber Carterhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1265279/air-force-sergeants-association-encourages-informs-airmen/Secretary of the AFChief Master Sgt. of the AFAir Force senior leaders unveil new prioritieshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1264852/air-force-senior-leaders-unveil-new-priorities/
In a recent letter to the Total Force, Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright released their new priorities and addressed issues Airmen face day to day.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Aug/02/2001786515/82/55/0/170802-F-PQ948-0001.JPG' alt='Air Force leaders recently released new Air Force priorities.' /> <br />
Wed, 02 Aug 2017 16:38:00 GMTSecretary of the Air Force Public Affairs https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1264852/air-force-senior-leaders-unveil-new-priorities/Secretary of the AFAF Chief of StaffChief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesAround the Air Force: July 21https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1254834/around-the-air-force-july-21/
On this look around the Air Force, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright shares the major changes made to Enlisted Professional Military Education for the 21st century, Air Force medical practitioners work with their Fijian counterparts, and Edwards Air Force Base, California, engineers hosted a one-day innovation challenge.<br/>
Fri, 21 Jul 2017 20:27:00 GMTAirman 1st Class Jasmine Vanderheydenhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1254834/around-the-air-force-july-21/Mission/TrainingChief Master Sgt. of the AFTop StoriesCelebrating 50 years of the CMSAFhttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1138458/celebrating-50-years-of-the-cmsaf/
In April 1967, Chief Master Sgt. Paul Airey set on a path untraveled by any other Airman in the U.S. Air Force.<br/>
<img src='https://media.defense.gov/2017/Apr/03/2001725685/82/55/0/170403-F-AF999-001.JPG' alt='In April 1967, Chief Master Sgt. Paul Airey set on a path untraveled by any other Airman in the U.S. Air Force, and became the first chief master sergeant of the Air Force. Since then, only 17 other men have followed in Airey’s esteemed path, yet the impact of these Airmen continuously ricocheted across the force. ' /> <br />
Mon, 03 Apr 2017 14:43:48 GMTDoD Newshttps://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/1138458/celebrating-50-years-of-the-cmsaf/Chief Master Sgt. of the AFTop Stories